for Bassoon and Piano. Composed for a young bassoonist, this piece was inspired by his outdoor sports activities. Delightful, and perfect for younger players as an easier solo with introduction to ten...
This short set of sketches was composed in 2011 based on exotic places in which the composer has lived: Paris (La Seine), Rome (Le Fontane di Roma) and Tunisia (Oasis). The movements are designed to f...
This three-movement work presents an adventure on two levels—either a dreamer on a journey or spiritually seeking the intangible, both encountering startling situations. Instrumentation: 4 C Flu...
Commissioned by the Northwest Flute Collegium as a piece for all of its participants to perform together. Instrumentation: 4 C Flutes, Alto Flute (or C Flute), Bass Flute (or C Flute)
Two movements (Dolce & Capriccio) composed in honor of a friend, the movements portray a warm and delightful personality. Perfect for a good student choir. Instrumentation: 4 C Flutes, Alto Flute (or...
This piece celebrates the beauty and energy of the Northern Lights and other natural phenomena. For either two flute choirs or one large flute choir. Instrumentation: 4 C Flutes, 2 Alto Flutes (or C F...
Five movements (First Light; Loss; The Gift, or Journey to the Mountain; Meditation; Release) depicting many different moods that most people experience at some point. These works can be performed as...
The River grew from a simpler version (written for a friend for voice and guitar) into a work for 6-part flute choir, commissioned by the Flute Choir of the Greater Dallas Youth Orchestra. Unabashedly...
Take a break from the frenzy and remember the gifts of winter. This short work is scored for 4 flutes, with optional alto or bass on part 4. Finalist - 2006 NFA Newly Published Music. Instrumentation:...
A piece to interest younger musicians without being too much of a challenge. The movements are: Dancers on a Greek Vase, Dream Dancers, Midsummer's Night Dance, and all use appealing dance rhythms. In...
Inspired by the poem 'Wild Geese' by Mary Oliver, this creative piece reflects the message of the poem, which links nature's gifts with inner beauty and validity. Scored for 4 C Flutes, with optional...
This composition is based on the Silk Road, especially in the 13th century when exploration allowed greater material, cultural and religious exchange and between the East and the West. Originally comp...
for Soprano Saxophone and Trumpet. An innovative work composed for a unique combination of instruments. Written in three movements, the first, Vertical, focuses more on the virtuosity of the soprano s...
for Flute, Clarinet and Bassoon. A short, simple ensemble piece for nightfall: a time when the day's duties and cares retreat to the background.
Tahoma, the Native American name for Mt. Rainier, means roughly 'the mountain that is god.' This is a powerful work in three movements (River; Forest; Wind) encompassing the force and unpredictability...
